Building record 1563/1/3 - Savage Chapel Tower, St Michael's Church
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Summary
There are records of a recluse in Macclesfield in 1301 and 1509. An anchorite, Joan Hythe, was walled into the Savage Chapel tower of St. Michael in 1509.
Anchorites were religious recluses who lived in isolation for prayer and contemplation. They were often supported by endowments for wealthy benefactors.
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Full Description
Records of a recluse in Macclesfield in 1301 and 1509 (1). Evidence for an anchorite, Joan Hythe, walled into the Savage Chapel tower in 1509 (2).
<1> Harris, B.E. (ed), 1987, Victoria County History - A History of the County of Chester: Volume I, 3/127 Kettle A J 1980 (Book). SCH3556.
<2> Turner A, 1987, St Michael's (and all Angels) Parish Church (Unpublished Document). SCH2984.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 918 737 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ97SW |
| Civil Parish | MACCLESFIELD NON PARISH AREA, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE EAST |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | MACCLESFIELD, PRESTBURY, CHESHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 6 2019 3:55PM